Active Learning Strategies

Does your reflection on the above question #3 ensure that we don’t need teacher teacher-centered approach? Why? Or why not?

When do you think students are actively engaged in their learning? Just try to show trainees the following figure and try them to argue in favor or against the figure based on their prior experience.

In active learning, who is active – students or teachers? What are the roles of students and teachers in active learning?

What are some of the differences between the two lessons described in the table below?

Which lesson do you think is more powerful? Why?

What are the strong and weak sides of Mr Shaw and Mr Hammond?

What type of teaching methods were the two teachers employing?

What is inquiry-based learning?

What is active learning for you?

What major differences have you analysed between Mr. Shaw’s and Mr. Hummond’s lessons in teaching pendulum?